<?

	require_once  $_SERVER['DOCUMENT_ROOT']."/../_lib/base/common.php";
	require_once SITE_ROOT_PATH."/_lib/classes/class.template.php";
	require_once SITE_ROOT_PATH."/_lib/classes/class.holidays.php";

	$template = new template();
	$template->title = "Holiday Checklist, Holiday Essentials and What to Pack";
	$template->meta_description = "Holiday check list, a guide to holiday packing and essentials for your trip.";
	$template->meta_canonical = MAIN_SITE_ROOT."/holiday_checklist.html";
	$template->section_highlight = "home";
	$template->left_col = true;
	$template->breadcrumbs_html = "<li>&rsaquo;</li><li><a href=\"/holiday_checklist.html\">Holiday Checklist</a></li>";
	$template->ld_head();

?>

<h2>Holiday Checklist</h2>
    
    <p>Holiday checklists are essential to a stress-free holiday and avoiding that  feeling you have forgotten something. To  make it that little bit easier, we have compiled a holiday essentials list for  you to check off before you go:</p>
    <ul type="disc">
      <li>Get your documentation and visas in order well in advance of       your trip. <a href="http://www.blueinsurance.ie/whitelabel/blueWL_LateDeals.asp?AgencyID=1109">Insurance</a> is also vital so make sure you&rsquo;re covered for all activities.</li>
      <li>Vaccinations are required for a number of destinations and       often have to be received months in advance of your departure. Don&rsquo;t leave them until the last minute       or you may not be able to travel at all.</li>
      <li>It may seem obvious, but a huge number of people forget to       check their passport is still in date before traveling. Express services are available but you       are much better off getting it sorted in plenty of time in case there are       delays.</li>
      <li>If you are traveling outside the Euro-zone, order currency from       the bank in advance to make sure they have the sum you require. Make sure your cards will work in the       country you are traveling to and sign up for internet banking if you want       to be able to check your balance, it may not be possible at ATMs.</li>
      <li>Travel adaptors for plug sockets may also be necessary, make       sure you have the right ones.</li>
      <li>Make sure you have all tickets, booking confirmations and       travel itineraries at hand. If you       use any medications, make sure you have enough for the duration of your       stay or ask your pharmacist if the prescription will be accepted in your       destination.</li>
      <li>Prepare for all weathers.       If going on a sun holiday, bring a pair of trousers and a warm       jumper just in case. This should be       plenty for one or two rainy days.       Don&rsquo;t forget sun cream, beach towels, swimwear, sunglasses, camera       and your mobile phone. If you are       expecting a cooler climate, pack light layers that you can peel off if the       sun shows its face.</li>
      <li>Leave contact details with someone at home and make sure you       have the phone number of your travel agent, insurance company and the       local embassy if needs be.</li>
</ul>
    <p>More holiday information</p>
<ul>
      <li><a href="/all_inclusive_holidays.html">All Inclusive Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/cancellation_holidays.html">Cancellation Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/charter_flights.html">Charter Flights</a></li>
      <li><a href="/cheap_holidays.html">Cheap Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/cheap_travel_insurance.html">Cheap Travel Insurance</a></li>
      <li><a href="/family_holidays.html">Family Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/find_best_deals.html">How to find the best deals</a></li>
      <li><a href="/holiday_checklist.html">Holiday Checklist</a></li>
      <li><a href="/last_minute_holidays.html">Last Minute Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/leaving_cert_holidays.html">Leaving Cert Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/package_holidays.html">Package Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/package_or_diy_holidays.html">Package Holidays vs. DIY Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/singles_holidays.html">Singles Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/ski_holidays.html">Ski Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/sun_holidays.html">Sun Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/tour_operators.html">Tour Operators</a></li>
      <li><a href="/travel_agents.html">Travel Agents</a></li>
      <li><a href="/trip_tips.html">Trip Tips</a></li>
      <li><a href="/villa_holidays.html">Villa Holidays</a></li>
      <li><a href="/winter_sun.html">Winter Sun</a></li>
      <li><a href="/young_and_lively_holidays.html">Young and Lively Holidays</a></li>
</ul>

<?	$template->ld_foot(); ?>